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What to Avoid Eating on an Empty Stomach (and Why)
We’ve all been there: that rumbling stomach grabs your attention after a long night’s sleep or a hectic day. But reaching for just *anything* in the fridge before fueling up can go wrong. Certain foods and drinks can wreak havoc on an empty stomach, especially if your digestive system is sensitive.
- Dr. Robynne Chutkan, MD, FASGE, gastroenterologist, author of Gutbliss and The Microbiome Solution, and host of the The Gutbliss podcast.
- Johanna Salazar, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian nutritionist and the founder of Healing Nutrition.
- Dr. Michael Schopis, MD, is a gastroenterologist at Manhattan Gastroenterology.
To navigate your morning (or midday) hunger wisely, consider these foods and drinks to avoid on an empty stomach.
Coffee
Sorry, coffee lovers, but skip the jolt right after waking up (unless you’ve already had a small bite to eat). Coffee, especially